Exercise Physiology

Our Specialities

  • Aged Care

    Home Care Packages and My Aged Care

    My Aged Care

  • Disability Support

    Registered NDIS Provider & Wheelchair Access.

    NDIS Provider

  • Chronic Health

    Chronic Disease Management and Mitigation.

    Chronic Disease Management

What is Exercise Physiology?

Exercise physiology is the scientific study of the body and how it works. In Australia exercise physiology is overseen by a professional organisation called the Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA). 

​According to ESSA, Accredited Exercise Physiologists are university qualified health professionals with specialist skills, knowledge and proficiency to create, deliver and assess a safe and effective exercise plan for people with chronic health conditions, disabilities or injuries. 

Accredited exercise physiologists are trained to help prevent and manage a wide range of health issues. These include the following conditions:

  • Musculoskeletal

  • Cardiovascular

  • Neurological

  • Metabolic

  • Diabetes

  • Respiratory

  • Pulmonary

  • Cancer

  • Mental Health

Exercise physiologists utilise their knowledge to prescribe personalised exercise programs for:

  • rehabilitation after an injury or surgery

  • relief from pain and discomfort

  • management and prevention of chronic health conditions

  • falls prevention

  • lifestyle assistance

  • increased independence for seniors and people with disabilities

Learn more about exercise physiology on the ESSA website.

EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY AT FULL CIRCLE WELLNESS

Full Circle Wellness specialise in exercise physiology services for the senior, aged, disability and chronic health sectors. We provide mobile, clinic, and community based services throughout the Sunshine Coast, Noosa, Gympie, Fraser Coast and Brisbane. 

We are NDIS and Medicare registered. We are also accredited with private health funds and Home Care Package providers. 

Full Circle Wellness has 6 onsite clinics where you can learn and practice prescribed exercises safely and correctly under the supervision of your Exercise Physiologist. Onsite training gives you access to specialised exercise machines and equipment.

Our Sunshine Coast clinic in Warana is located inside Impact Strength and Fitness, an NDIS Inclusive Gym that provides a welcoming environment for everyone.

We also offer a mobile exercise physiology service for home visits. You can exercise in the comfort of your own home with our professional and caring allied health professionals. 

Alternatively speak to us about a Telehealth appointment for an online consultations.  We use the worlds best online exercise program, Physiapp, to make exercise at home easy and convenient.

Doctors often refer patients to our Exercise Physiologists to help treat injuries, illness or medical conditions that will benefit from an exercise plan. Our services are often eligible for a Medicare rebate if a referral is under a Chronic Disease Management Plan (CDM). Refer to our Referrals page for more information.

You do not need a doctors referral to see us. Anyone can make an appointment! Contact our friendly reception staff to ask if you are eligible for Medicare or some other rebate.  

We work with veterans, war widows and our current service men and women under the Department of Veteran Affairs Referrals system (DVA).

The health value of Exercise Physiology is also widely recognised by most major Health Funds - check with your provider for more details.

  • 80%

    Almost 80% of Clients self report improvements in QOL and functional capacity

  • 25%

    25% increase in of performing activities of daily living

  • 35%

    35% of identified cases presented with reduced blood pressure and other cardiac markers.

  • Many people ask what is the difference between an exercise physiologist and a personal trainer in the gym. It's a great question and there are some very significant differences between the two, including:

    1. An exercise physiologist has undertaken at least 4 years of university education and a minimum 500 hours clinical experience compared to a personal trainer, who has usually done no more than a 6 month Certificate 4 course.

    2. An exercise physiologist can design a program for both healthy individuals and people with complex or chronic health issues. A personal trainer is best suited to design an exercise program for someone who is generally healthy and low risk.

    3. Exercise physiology is recognised by Health Funds, Medicare and other government agencies, whereas personal training is not recognised.

    4. Exercise physiology is a recognised allied health profession and each practitioner required accreditation with Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA), the governing body. Personal trainers are not governed.

    5. An exercise physiologist has an in depth knowledge and understanding of anatomy, human physiology, biomechanics and disease process. A personal trainer course provides a limited understanding.

    6. An exercise physiologist provides an evidenced based approach that is customised to your specific circumstances, whereas a personal trainer will generally provide assessments and instruction based on a standard format.

  • Obesity

    Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes

    High blood pressure

    Arthritis

    Osteoporosis and Osteopenia

    Cancers

    Osteoarthritis

    Rheumatoid Arthritis

    Depression

    Parkinson's Disease

    Multiple Sclerosis

    Stroke Recovery

    Asthma

    Respiratory Conditions

  • Recovery from illness

    Recovery from injury

    Post-operation recovery

    Posture and muscle control

    Exercise for strength and flexibility

Screening and testing

SCREENING & TESTING

A COMBINATION OF THE FOLLOWING:

  • Health Summary

  • Functional Capacity

  • Independence

  • Quality of Life

  • Mental Health

OUR PROCESS

Care Plans

CARE PLAN DEVELOPMENT

UTILISING:

  • Customer goals

  • Baseline finding

  • ACAT/RAS Assessment

  • Care coordinators input + Evidence based practice

Exercise programs

IMPLEMENT

ONE ON ONE WITH EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST VIA:

  • Home

  • Clinic

  • Community

  • Facility

  • Telehealth